By Phil Willmott Monday, May 2 2016, 15:03
The real danger with long running West End shows is that they’ll get tired as the cast grow bored of performing it month after month. The Disney organisation is very good at ensuring things stay fresh by regularly adding new performers to the London production from around the world.
This month it has been announced that New Zealander Nicholas Afoa is to take over the role of Simba in THE LION KING at the Lyceum Theatre.
By Phil Willmott Monday, May 2 2016, 12:08
As I write there’s thunder and lightning outside my window so it seems strange to be thinking about Summer Theatre however I’m very intrigued by the main show that’s just been announced for the Southbank’s eccentric LONDON WONDERGROUND on the South Bank by the London eye. A fun space where you can drink and party alongside watching lively new cabaret based productions in elaborately tented venues.
By Phil Willmott Monday, May 2 2016, 11:51
A fascinating new play has been announced for the Arts Theatre this June and July.
Described as a love story SAVAGE, according to the press release promises to “uncover the tragic tale of a Nazi doctor and his ill-conceived “cure” for homosexuality”
By Trevor French Thursday, April 28 2016, 09:17
The relationship between a mother and daughter can be a tricky one. Triple it; add a few secrets & lies, and the prospect of nothing quite going as smoothly as one would like increases. Charlotte Keatley’s play is the most performed play written by a woman ever, so it’s a surprise to find that it hasn’t been seen in London since opening at The Royal Court in 1989.
By Preece Killick Wednesday, April 27 2016, 15:20
‘Triumphant’ was the metaphor most used when ‘Funny Girl’ opened at the Chocolate Menier Factory last year, and that triumph has now seen it blast its way onto the Savoy stage with a glitzy, high profile production that is sure to grab even more headlines on an extended run until October. Was the hype justified? Not just of star Sheridan Smith, but the production itself?
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